by Julie Farmer | Mar 16, 2026 | Funeral Celebrant in Oxfordshire
From time-to-time people ask me whether it is possible to write your own funeral service while they are still well. It may feel like an unusual idea at first, yet deciding to write your own funeral service can be one of the kindest things you leave behind for your...
by Julie Farmer | Mar 9, 2026 | FAQ's, Funeral Celebrant, Funeral Celebrant in Dorset, Funeral Celebrant in Oxfordshire, Funeral Celebrant in Wiltshire, What to do after a funeral
Choosing a funeral celebrant is one of the most important decisions a family can make when planning a funeral. A good celebrant will listen carefully to your memories, guide you gently through the process, and help create a service that truly reflects the person who...
by Julie Farmer | Mar 2, 2026 | Direct Cremation, Funeral Celebrant in Dorset, Funeral Celebrant in Oxfordshire, Funeral Celebrant in Wiltshire
One of the chapters in my book, entitled The Funeral Handbook – Essential Steps for Honouring Loved Ones, explores the different funerals available today. It is a subject that often surprises families. Many people assume there is only one format. A church...
by Julie Farmer | Feb 23, 2026 | Funeral Celebrant, Funeral Celebrant in Dorset, Funeral Celebrant in Oxfordshire, Funeral Celebrant in Wiltshire
From time to time, I am asked whether it is appropriate for a funeral celebrant to include religious prayers in a service. It is a fair question. The situation often arises when a family chooses a funeral home, crematorium or non-religious venue but still wishes to...
by Julie Farmer | Feb 16, 2026 | Funeral Celebrant in Dorset, Funeral Celebrant in Oxfordshire, Funeral Celebrant in Wiltshire
Funeral Celebrant in Oxfordshire: Why a Funeral Is More Than a Ceremony There is a quiet assumption that a funeral is simply a formal goodbye. A date to arrange. A service to attend. A chapter to close. As a funeral celebrant in Oxfordshire, I know it is far more than...
